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SUPERSEDINGMIL-M-98680

1 October 1970AMENDMENT 2

20 September 1982

MILITARY SPECIFICATION

MICROFILMING OF ENGINEERING DATA,35mm~ REQIJIRQIENT$ F9R

This specification is approved for use by all departmentsand agencies of the Department of Defense (DoD).

1. SCOPE

1.1 Scope. The principal objective is to prescribe microfilming requirementsand testing guidance for engineering data (see 6.4.1) source document filming anddelivery of the filmed images to primary DoD repositories (see 3.1.2.2).MIL-M-9868 contractual requirements, Sections 3, 4, and 5, only cover Type I film(silver-halide). Type II (diazo) and Type III (vesicular) film requirements arenot covered but, where appropriate, their relationships are discussed for clari-fication purposes. Additionally, source document imaging accomplished through theuse of an engineering data Computer-output i~icrofilm (COM) device (see 3.3.1) iscovered. Oth~r COM devices are not covered.

1.1.1 Application. DoD, other government agencies, civil agencies,contractors, engineering data suppliers (see 6.4.3), and any other users arecautioned that all requirements in the previous issue have been rewritten, somehave been renumbered, combined, or deleted (see 6.8 and 6.9), and new require-ments have been added. Requirements may be stratified throughout; so, it isnecessary to read the entire specification (i.e., text, tables, figures, textfootnotes, table footnotes. and fiqure footnotes). Stratification der)ends cm therequirement being discussed. It mist also be understood that the figures arerepresentative; i.e., not drawn to scale.

User comments and recommendations for improvement are invited. Please useStandardization Document Improvement Proposal, DD Form 1426, when submittingyour comments or recommendations. A sample form with the Preparing Activity(PA) information entered is located on page 45. If a DD Form 1426 is notavailable, a letter will suffice. Mail the DD Form 1426 or letter to:HQ AFMC/ENC, Wright-Patterson AFB OH 45433-5001.

AHSC N/A EDRS

DISTRIBUTION STATEMENT A. Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

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NIL-M-9868 is one in a group of publications (i.e., military, FederalGove%rnent, non-government, and international) associated with engineering datasource document microfilming. If additional noncontractual information isdesired, several explanatory notes within Section 3 and Section 5 identify someof the associated publications.

b. MIL-M-9868 is a specification within the DoD EDRS (formerly designatedEDMS) Standardization Area. Related information in other DoD standardizationareas and Federal Supply Classes (FSCS) should not be overlooked (e.g., 6750,6760, 8115, CMAN, DRPR, GDRQ, ILSS, IPSC, and PACK).

c. MIL-M-9868 requirements are intended to promote, not inhibit,philosophies of Total Quality Management (TQNI)when a supplier (see 6.4.3) or anyother user is tasked with implementing the requirements (see 3.4 and 4.2).

d. MIL-M-9868 reflects the present Defense Management Review (DMR)cast-effective standardization efforts (see 6.2). One of the efforts is to useNon-Government Standards (NGSS) to the maximum extent when they are available andpractical. The development, coordination (consensus), and adoption of thereferenced NGSS (see 2.2) is a result of the Government-Industry Equal Partnerprocess.

1.1.2 h’lIL-Dcard designation. Throughout MIL-i’l-9S68,the term “NIL-D” isused when referring to aperture, camera, copy, and image cards. These cards area series of unique military 80-column tabulating cards with a “D” size aperture(i.e., DD Form 1562, Dual Purpose Enqineerinq Document Card series). The “D”size aperture is a rectangular; hole ~esigned-for 35mm microfilm. Commercia”80-column tabulating cards (popularly referred to as aperture cards) with ea C, D, E, or F size aperture are also available. However, the most common”used commercial tabulating card is the card with a “D” size aperture. Acommercial nontabulating A6 Aperture Card with either a C, D, E, or F sizeaperture is also available. The commercial A6 card size is metric (105mm w148mm length) but cards with a “D” size aperture are most commonly used.

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1.1.3 Inch-pound des~gnation. Even though the width of the raw stock is35mm, MIL-M-9868 is assigned an inch-pound designation. All functional microfilmdimensional requirements are inch-pound units. However, within the textualparagraphs, metric dimensions (i.e., mathematical equivalents) are shown inparentheses. It must be understood that these mathematical equivalents are onlya soft conversion of the inch-pound dimensional requirements.

1.1.4 Acquisition Management Systems Control (MSC) designation. MIL-M-9868by itself does not generate engineering data source documents. Therefore, anAMSC number is not applicable (see 6.3).

1.2 Classification. General microfilm classifications (i.e., type andclass) are assigned in accordance with the film’s photographic characteristicsand functional usage. Within all classifications, Kind N (Negative) or Kind P

(Positive) film is available. During processing, a clear line negative-appearingimage is used with Kind N film and a opaque line positive-appearing image is usedwith Kind P film. For MIL-M-9868 purposes, generic expressions for the variousclassifications are shown in parenthesis. There are three general microfilmclassifications:

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‘o a. Type I (silver-halide).kb . Class 1 - Camera film, roll form or camera card. (First generation! camera master.)I

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—Class-Z - t)uplicating fi m, roll form. (Second generation noncamera

ver d~plicate master.)

Class 3 - Duplicating fi m, roll form. (Third generation noncameraver c!~plicatemaster.)

. Class 4 - Duplicating film, roll form. (Fourth generation noncamerasilver duplicate master.)

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b. Type II (diazo).~1

.. Class 2 - Duplicating film. (Second generation distribution copy. )

. Class 3 - Duplicating film. (Third generation distribution copy. )

. Class 4 - Duplicating film. (Fourth generation distribution copy. )

c. Type III (vesicular).~’

. Class 2 - Duplicating film. (Second generation distribution copy. )

. Class 3 - Dupl

. Class 4 - Dupl

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

eating film. (Third generation distribution copy. )

eating film. (Fourth generation distribution copy. )

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2.1.1 Specifications, standards, and handbooks. The following referencesform a part of MIL-M-9868 to the extent specified. Unless otherwise specified,the issue of the reference is identified in the Department of Defense Index ofSpecifications and Standards (DoDISS) and supplement thereto or as cited in thesolicitation. (See 6.2a. )

SPECIFICATIONS

FEDERAL

PPP-B-636 - Boxes, Shipping, Fiberboard.

~/ For secondary (customer) distribution purposes, primaryuse MIL-D6.4.4d).

o etc.) are

DoD repositoriescopy cards (see 6.4.4c) when making copies of MIL-D image cards (seeOther kinds ofdiazo and vesicular films (e.g., roll, sheet, strip,not used (see 6.1.1 and 6.1.2).

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— . .- I!ILIT!JRVMIL-C-9877

MIL-C-9949

STANDARDS

MILITARY

MIL-STD-129MIL-STD-804

MIL-STD-1806

HANDBOOKS

MILITARY

MIL-HDBK-331

(Copies of the aboveService. Standardization

- Cards, Aperture.

- Cards, Copy.

- Marking for Shipment and Storage.- Formats and Coding of Aperture, Camera, Copy,

and Tabulating Cards.- Marking Technical Data Prepared by or for the

Department of Defense.

- Directory of DoD Engineering Data Repositories.

references are available from DoDSSP - CustomerDocuments Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue, Bldg. 4D,

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Philadelphia PA 19111-5094. )

2.1.2 Other government documents, drawings, and publications. Thefollowing references form a part of MIL-M-9868 to the extent specified. Unless o

otherwise specified, the reference is the latest issue or the issue cited in

1the solicitation.

\See 6.2b.

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PUBLICATIONS

I STATUTES

I Title 18 - Sections 793 & 794 - Espionage and Censorship.

1 FEDERAL REGULATIONS

29 CFR - Part 1910, Subpart C - General Safety and HealthProvisions.

36 CFR - Part 1230, Subpart C - Storage, Use, and Disposition ofMicroform Records.

I40 CFR - Part 240, Subchapter I - Solid Wastes.48 CFR - Subpart 27.4 - Rights in Data and Copyrights.

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I DoD REGULATIONS

DFARS - Subpart 227.4 - Rights in Data and Copyrights.DoD 5200.1-R Information Security Program

Regulation.

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DoD MANUALS

DoD 5220.22-M - Industrial Security Manual forSafeguarding ClassifiedInformation.

DoD FORMS

00250 - Material Inspection andReceiving Report.

$ (Copies of the above references are available from the Superintendent ofDocuments, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,OC 20402-0001. )

. 001562 - Series of Cards~’ - Dual Purpose EngineeringDocument Card.

(For MIL-M-9868 purposes, these cards shall be purchased from sourcesidentified in the following General Services Administration (GSA) schedules.Aperture card and copy card sources are listed in Schedule, 75 VIII A. Cameracard sources are listed in Schedule, 67 IV B. Copies of the schedules areavailable from GSA, 4900 Hemphill St., PO Box 6477, Fort Worth TX 76115.)

CHARTS

NIST SRMIOIOa Microcopy Resolution Test Chart.

(A copy of the above reference is available from the National Inst. ofStds. and Technology, Standard Reference Material Program, Bldg. 202/Room 215,Gaithersburg MD 20899.)

LISTS

EPA 560/4-90-011 - Title III List of Lists.

(A copy of the above reference is available from Document DistributionCenter, Section 313, PO Box 12505, Cincinnati OH 45212.)

2.2 Non-government publications. The following references form a part ofMIL-M-9868 to the extent specified. Unless otherwise specified, the issue of aDoD adopted reference is identified in the 000ISS and supplement thereto. Theissue of a reference not i)oOadopted is as listed or as cited in thesolicitation. (See 6.2b.)

~/ Unprocessed MIL-D aperture, camera, and copy cards make-up this00 Form 1562 card series (see 6.4.4a, 6.4.4b, and 6.4.4c).

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AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)

ANSI IT2.19-1986 -

ANSI/NAPMIT9.1-1992 -

ANSI IT9.1O-1991

ANSI/AIIM MS34-1990 -

ANSI PH4.8-1985

Density Measurements - Geometric Conditionsfor Transmission Density. (DoD adopted. )Silver Gelatin Film - Specifications forStability. (DoD adopted. )Determination of the Curl of PhotographicFilm. (DoD adopted. )Dimensions for Reels Used for 16mm and 35mmMicrofilm. (DoD adopted. )Residual Thiosulfate and Other Chemicals inFilms, Plates, and Papers - Determinationand Measurement. (DoD adopted. )

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(Copies of the above references are available from the American NationalStandards Institute, ATTN: Customer Service, 11 west 42nd Street, lsth Floor,New York NY 10036. DoD adopted references are also available from the DoDSSP - “Customer Service, Standardization Documents Order Desk, 700 Robbins Avenue,Bldg. 4D, Philadelphia PA 19111-5094.)

2.3 Order of precedence. In the event of a conflict between MIL-M-9868requirements and the cited references, the MIL-M-9868 requirement takesprecedence. However, MIL-M-9868 requirements do not supersede applicable lawsand regulations unless a specific exemption is in effect.

2.3.1 Copies. Suppliers (see 6.4.3), in connection with acquisitioncontracts (see 6.2), that do not have copies of the cited references (see2.1.1, 2.1.2, and 2.2) should obtain them from the procuring activity or asdirected by the contracting officer.

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 Unprocessed film. Raw stock shall be silver-halide, non-perforated,polyester-base, nominally 35mm width, and either 0.0040 inch (0.102mm) or0.0055 inch (0.140mm) thick. The premounted film in an unprocessed MIL-Dcamera card (see 6.4.4b) shall also comply with these requirements. The film’sLife Expectancy (LE) or permanence (formerly referred to as archival) shallcomply with the LE500 requirement of ANSI/NAPM IT9.1-1992 (formerly designatedPH9.l); and 36 CFR, Part 1230, Subpart C storage requirements apply.

3.1.1 Processed roll film. The film’s edge curl shall be measured inaccordance with ANSI IT9.1O-1991, Test Method B. The transverse curl shall notexceed 0.062 inches (1.57mm) and both the longitudinal curl and the diagonalcurl shall not exceed 0.094 inches (2.39mm). Splicing retakes of any individualframe (image or target) is not permitted. The delivered images shall benegative-appearing. When noncamera silver duplicate masters are specified fordelivery (see 3.1.2 and 3.1.2.1), conventional-processing using eitherconventional print film (i.e., image-reversing, polarity not maintained) ordirect-image print film (i.e., image-nonreversin9, PolaritY maintained) may beused. At the start and at the end of each roll, a 24-inch (609.60mm) minimumlength of film plus a 20-inch (508.00mm) minimum length of processed clear(no-image) film shall be required. Cameras, readers, and duplicating devicesuse the 24-inch (609.60mm) lengths as a threading leader and trailer. The @

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e 20-inch (508.00mm) lengths shall be used for residual thiosulfate ion testing(see 4.8 and Figure 12) and base-plus-fog density (Dmin) testing (see 4.7.3 andFigure 11).

NOTE : Additional information on the noncamera silver duplicate film processcan be found in ANSI/AIIM MS43-1988.

3.1.1.1 Right and reverse reading. When viewing roll film, the image’sprinted information for camera film and each odd generation noncamera silverduplicate film will be right reading to the observer (i.e., the film’s emulsionlayer will be wound out); for each even generation noncamera silver duplicatefilm, it will be reverse reading (i.e., the film’s emulsion layer will be wound

. in). When viewing a MIL-D image card (see 6.4.4d) placed front side up in areader and the fil”m’semulsion layer is on the back side, the image’s printed ‘information will be right reading. When the emulsion layer is on the front

. side, the image’s printed information may be reverse reading. Figure 1provides examples of right and reverse reading images.

3.1.2 Deliverable product medium. The delivered microfilm shall be eitherprocessed 35mm Type I, Class 1 roll film or its individual frames mounted inunprocessed MIL-D aperture cards (see 6.4.4a) or it shall be processed MIL-Dcamera cards (35mm Type I, Class 1 film). A paper copy of the informationidentified in the title information target (see 3.10.6) and the securityinformation target (see 3.10.8) shall also be included in each shipment. !4hen

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roll film is delivered, the reels shall comply with ANSI/AIIM PIS34-1990 and thefilm length shall be a nominal 100 feet (30.5m). When specified by theprocuring activity, any combination of noncamera silver duplicate film (i.e.,processed 35mm Type I, Class 2 or Type 1, Class 3 or Type I, Class 4 roll filmor their individual frames mounted in unprocessed MIL-D aperture cards) shallalso be delivered. (See 6.2c. )

3.1.2.1 Image card medium. When the procuring activity specifies thatthe deliverable product medium is MIL-O image cards (see 6.3.4d), the followingcard construction requirements shall apply: (a) ‘keypunching (Hollerith infor-mation) in accordance with P41L-STD-804; (b) card size (EIO-column tabulating)and a Type I microfilm carrier (pressure-sensitive bonding tape) in accordancewith MIL-C-9877; and (c) Style A buildup in accordance with MIL-C-9949. Targetframes (see 3.10.1) shall also be included in each shipment. A Type IImicrofilm carrier (suspension-type pocket holder) in accordance with MIL-C-9877and Style 8 buildup in accordance with MIL-C-9949 may be specified in lieu of aType I microfilm carrier. (See 6.2c.)

3.1.2.2 Destination point. Unless otherwise specified by the procuringactivity, the principal location for delivering engineering data microfilmimages is a primary DoD repository. A primary DoD repository is where theofficial record copy of data (camera masters and noncamera silver duplicatemasters) are stored and, where copies of the master data are made anddistributed to the repository custoiners. MIL-HD!3K-331 provides addresses andidentifies the kind of engineering data stored at each primary DoD repository.(See 6.2c. )

9 NOTE : Additional information on microfilm storage can be found in ANSI IT9.11-1991(formerly designated ?H1.43).

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3.2 Safety. Film handling precautions should comply with: (a) allin-house agency/department regulatory direction; (b) all manufacturers’recommendations; and (c) OSHA requirements, specifically General Safety andHealth Provisions, 29 CFR, Part 1910, Subpart C.

3.2.1 Environmental. Prior to disposing of Type I film, recovery of itssilver ingredient may be necessary. During the disposal or recovery process,applicable state laws, local laws, in-house agency/department regulatorydirection, and federal laws (specifically Solid Wastes, 40 CFR, Part 240,Subchapter 1) should be implemented. The silver recovery process does generatewaste (e.g., a salt and bleach solution) which may require a controlleddisposal.

NOTE : Additional information on silver recovery can be found in AIIN TR4-1989.

3.2.1.1 “~oxic substances. Chlorofl uorocarbons (CFCS), halons, andchlorinated solvents presently targeted for elimination and identified withinEnvironmental Protection Agency Title III List of Lists (EPA 560/4-90-011) arenot applicable for MIL-M-9868 purposes.

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3.3 Frame dimensions. Figure 2 illustrates the dimensional requirementsof a 35mm frame. The “t” dimension is measured (frame-to-frame) from trailingedge to trailing edge (see 3.3.2). The “t” dimension includes a workingtolerance for frame cuttinq and follow-on mountinq (see 3.3.5. and Fiqure 4) ina MIL-D aperture card. De~ignations and dimensio~al requirements for-a 35mrnframe shall comply with Table I.

TABLE I. 35mm frame requirements

Designation Dimension

al (image width) 1.200 inches (30.48mm) maximumbl (image length) 1.615 inches (41.02mm) maximum

a2 (frame width) 1.250 inches (31.75mm) with a tolerance ofplus 0.000 inches and minus 0.032 inches (0.77mm)

b2 (frame length) 1.750 inches (44.45mm) with a tolerance ofplus 0.000 inches and minus 0.062 inches (1.57mm)

t (frame pitch) * 2.000 inches (50.80mm) with a tolerance ofminus 0.000 inches and plus 0.062 inches (1.57mm)

* For COM, 3.3.2 applies.

3.3.1 CON devices. For MIL-M-9868 purposes, an engineering data COMdevice may be used to simulate (generate) images. When useds the followingapplies: (a) the generated information shall be transferred to 35mm Type 1,Class 1 roll film; (b) source document information provided on standard flat

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osheet documents, Size A, B, C, D, E, or F (see 3.4.la) can be simulated.Information provided on standard roll documents, Size G, H, J, or K (see3.4.lb) or on an oversize document (see 3.4.3c) cannot be simulated; andthe image is generated on a COM screen, the following dimensions apply:

Document Simulated Width m

Size A 0.6406 X 0.5000Size B 0.6406 X 1.0156Size C 1.0000 x 1.3125Size D 0.8750 X 1.3750

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Tolerance, Plus 4.Oblinus 0.0 Percent)

riches (16.271 x 12.700mm)riches (16.271 x 25.796mm)riches (25.400 x 33.338mm)riches (22.225 x 34.925mm)

Size E 1.1000 x 1:4333 inches (27.940 x 36.406mm)Size F 0.9000 x 1.3000 inches (22.860 x 33.020mm)

.3.3.2 CON frame centering. Center line markings shall be generated on the

frame’s length and width edges. The markings shall not obscure or interfere. with the image. However, the frame pitch or pull-down (dimension “t”) shall be

measured (frame-to-frame) from one center line length marking to the next centerline length marking, not from trailing edge to trailing edge (see 3.3 andTable I).

NOTE : Additional information on engineering data COM devices can be found inANSI/AIIM MS39-1987.

3.3.3 Source document centering. First, the center point of the camera’s

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aperture shall be in optical alignment with the center point of the camera copyboard within plus or minus 0.125 inches (3.17mm). Secondly, when positioning aflat sheet source document, its center line markings (horizontal and vertical)shall be aligned within plus or minus 0.125 inches (3.17mm) of the camera copyboard markings. When positioning a roll size or oversize source document, thecenter point of each segment shall be aligned within plus or minus 0.125 inches(3.17mm) of both the camera’s aperture and the camera copy board center point.The camera copy board surface (particularly the unused portion not occupied bythe source document) shall be as white or whiter than the source document’sbackground area or have a minimum reflectance of 80 percent. Figure 3 providesexamples of standard flat sheet size source document positioning.

3.3.4 Off-center positioning. When viewing a fram~ of microfilm, the imageshould be centered (lengthwise and widthwise). However, if a source document’sinformation is only located in an isolated portion (e.g., its left side), unlessotherwise specified by the procuring activity, this information shall bepositioned so its filmed image is centered within the frame. (See 5.2d. )

3.3.5 Roll film cutting and aperture card mounting. When cuttingindividual frames for mounting in an unprocessed MIL-D aperture card [see6.4.4a), Figure 4 dimensional requirements apply. During mounting, the film’slight-sensitive emulsion layer (image plane) shall be located on the oppositeside of the card’s pressure-sensitive bonding tape (Type I microfilin carrier).Table 11 provides mounting (aperture centering) tolerances. The premounted filmin an unprocessed MIL-D camera card (see 6.4.4b) shall comply with the Type I,

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TABLE II. Mounting (aperture centering) tolerance1

Microfilm Tolerance

Type I, Class 1 ~ 0.008 inches (0.20mm)Type I, Class 2 ~ 0.012 inches (0.30mm)Type I, Class 3 ~ 0.016 inches (0.41mm)Type I, Class 4 : 0.020 inches (0.51mm)

3.4 Engineering data source document filming. A source document shouldhave opaque lines and be free of cosmetic and printing flaws. However, if thesource document is of poor quality, a blow back of the filmed image will alsobe of poor quality; i.e., microfilming cannot improve the quality of a flawedsource document (see 4.2).

NOTE : Additional information on line conventions and lettering can be found inANSI/ASME Y14.2M-1992.

3.4.1 Standard document sizes. Engineering data source documentinformation is usually provided on standard flat sheet or roll documents. Thedimensions and required reduction ratios (see Table III) for standard flatsheet and roll documents follow:

a. Standard flat sheet size dimensions.

Size Width Length Reduction Ratio

A 11 x 8+ inches (279.40mm x 215.90mm) 1:16B 11 x 17 inches (279.40mm x 431.80mm) 1:16c 17 x 22 inches (431.80mm x 558.80mm) 1:16D 22 x 34 inches (558.80mm x 863.60mm) 1:24E 34 x 44 inches (863.60mm x 1117.60mm) 1:30F 28 x 40 inches (711.20mm x 1016.00mm) 1:30

b. Standard roll size dimensions.

Size Width—— Length3/

G 11 inches (279.40mm) 22% thru 90 inches (571.50 thru 2286.00mm)H 28J 34K 40

NOTE : AdditionalY14.1-1980(R1987).

riches (711.20mm) 44 thru 143 inches (1117.60 thru 3632.20mm)riches (863.60mm) 55 thru 176 inches (1397.00 thru 4470.40mm)riches (1016.00mm) 55 thru 143 inches (1397.00 thru 3632.20mm)

nformation on standard document sizes can be found in ANSI

rd metric document sizes. Metric flat sheet and roll documents3.4.1.1 Standmay be specified in lieu of standard flat sheet or roll documents. (See 6.2e. )

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e The dimensions and required reduction ratios (see Table III) for standardmetric flat sheet and roll documents follow:

a. Metric flat sheet size dimensions.

Size

A4A3A2AlAO

b. Metric roll

Size.

A4x3A4x4A4x5A4x6A4x7A4x8A4x9A3x3A3x4A3x5A3x6A3x7A2x3A2x4A2x5A1x3A1x4AOX2AOX3

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210mm 297mm297mIn 420mm420mm 594mm594rlml 841inin841mm 1189mn#7

size dimensions.

Width !&@!l

297mm 630mm297mm 841mm297mm lo51mm297mm 1261mm297mm 1471mm297mm 1682mm297mm 1892mm420mm 891mm420mm l189mm420mm 1482mm420mm 1783mJn420mm 2080mm594mm 126Unm594mm 1682nun594mm 2102mm841mm 1783mm841mm 2378mml189mm 1682mml189mrn 2523mJn

Reduction Ratio

1:161:161:161:241:30

Reduction Ratio

1:241:241:301:301:301:301:301:241:301:301:301:301:301:301:301:301:301:301:30

NOTE : Additional information on standard metric documeot sizes can be foundin 1S0 5457-1980 and ASMEY14.lM-1992.

3.4.2 Single frame filming. In accordance with Table III, Group A,Group 9, and Group C source documents shall be filmed in a single frame (seeFigure 3). However, for MIL-M-9868 purposes, the width of any individualdocument shall not exceed 34.000 inches (863.60mm) and the length of anyindividual document shall not exceed 44.000 inches (1117.60mm) except the AOmetric size document (see Footnote 4). Multi-frame numbering, discussed in3.6, is not applicable. Centering discussed in 3.3.3, 3.3.5, and Table II;and Table 111 reduction ratios apply.

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@(1117.60mm), it shall be filmed in a single frame (see 3.4.2).

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TABLE III. Reduction ratios

Source Document Size* Ratio Image Size

Group A Group AWidth: Not more than 18.000 Width: Not more than 1.125

inches (457.20mm) 1:16 inches (28.58mm)Length: Not more than 24.000 Length: Not more than 1.500

inches (609.60mm) inches (38.10mm)

Group B Group BWidth: More than 18.000 Width: More than 0.750

inches (457.20mm) but inches (19.05mm) butnot more than 24.000 1:24 not more than 1.000inches (609.601tun) inches (25.40mm)

Length: More than 24.000 Length: More than 1.000inches (609.60) but inches(25.40mm) butnot more than 36.000 not more than 1.500inches (914.40mm) inches (38.10mm)

Group C Group CWidth: More than 24.000 Width: More than 0.800

inches (609.60mm) but inches (20.32mm) butnot more than 36.000 not more than 1.200inches (914.40mm) 1:30 inches (30.48mm)

Length: More than 36.000 Length: More than 1.200inches (914.40mm) inches (30.48mm)but not more than but not more than48.400 inches 1.613 inches(1229.36xmn) (40.98mm)

Group D Group DWidth: Not more than 36.000 Width: Not more than 1.200

inches (914.40mm) inches (30.48mm)Length: More than 48.400 1:30 Length: Not more than 1.613

inches (1229.361tun) inches (40.98mm)

Group E Group E**Width: More than 36.000 Width: Not more than 1.200

inches (914.401tun)but 1:30 inches (30.48nun)not more than 48.400inches (1229.36mm)

Length: More than 36.000 Length: Not more than 1.613inches (914.40mm) inches (40.98mm)

Group F (Oversize) Group F(Oversize)Width: More than 48.400 Width: Not more than 1.200

inches (1229.36Run) 1:30 inches (30.48mm)Length: More than 48.400 Length: Not more than 1.613

inches (1229.36rtun) inches (40.98mm)

* Documents with Groups A, B, and C, require single frame filming(i.e., one page/sheet per frame) . Documents within Groups D, E, andF, require multi-frame filming (i.e., one segment of each page/sheetper frame) . When a document is not within both the width and lengthlimits, the next higher reduction ratio shall be used.** The image for Group E documents is rotated 90° .

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3.4.3 Multi-frame filming. In accordance with Table III, Group D,Group E, and Group F source documents shall be filmed in segments. However,for MIL-M-9868 purposes, the width of any individual segment shall not exceed34.000 inches (863.60mm) and the length of any individual segment shall notexceed 44.000 inches (1117.60mm) except documents rotated 900 (see Figure 6)may be 48.000 inches (1215.20mm) in width. Multi-frame numbering discussed in3.6; centering discussed in 3.3.3, 3.3.5, and Table II; and Table III reductionratios apply.

a. Group D documents not more than 34.00() inches (863.60mm) in width andmore than 44.000 inches (1117.60mm) in length shall be filmed in segments asillustrated in Figure 5.

b. Group E documents more than 34.000 inches (863.6(31mn)but not more than ~48.000 inches (1215.20mm) in width, and more than 34.000 inches (863.60mm) inlength shall be rotated 900 and filmed as illustrated in Figure 6.

c. Group F (oversize) documents more than 48.000 inches (1215.20mm) inwidth and more than 44.000 inches (1117.60mm) in length shall be filmed asillustrated in Figure 7.

d. Each adjacent segment shall have a 4.000 inch (101.60mm) overlap, butto have a full frame for the last segment, the overlap may be more than 4.000inches (101.60mm).

3.4.3.1 Multi-frame segment identification. In addition to multi-framenumbering (see 3.6), unless otherwise specified by the procuring activity, anopen area within each segment (i.e., other than the first segment which shallcontain the source document’s title information) shall identify the documentnumber, CAGE code, revision letter, and the page/sheet number. The identifyinginformation can be machine printed or hand stamped on the segments; or anoverlay may be used. The identifying characters shall be black in color andtheir filmed image shall be a minimum of 0.125 inches (3.17mm). When using anoverlay, place the identifying characters on a white background. When viewingthe image or a paper print copy, the identifying information shall beconspicuous but it shall not interfere with the document’s image. (See 6.2f.)

3.5 Book form document. These documents are an in-depth textual,illustrative, or a combination textual and illustrative tutorial description ofa process or technology that is not subject to revision. The information isusually provided on paper no larger than 3!sx 11 inches (215.90 x 279.40mm).Do not confuse this kind of book form document with a multi-sheet Size A orSize B book form drawing which is subject to revision (see 3.13a).

3.5.1 Book form document positioning. Unless otherwise specified by theprocuring activity, a book form document shall be positioned for single framefilming as illustrated in Figure 8 (i.e., four pages per frame). However,there may be instances that only require one, two, or three pages in someframes. For example, (a) inconsistent page numbering (l-1, 1.A, etc.); (b)unique characteristics (an auxiliary test equipment set-up); (c) a separatecover/title page; and (d) the total number of pages is not divisible by four.Multi-frame numbering, discussed in 3.6, is not applicable. A 1.000 inch(25.40mm) space with a tolerance of minus 0.000 inches and plus 0.125 inches

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(3.17mm) shall be required between adjacent pages. Centering discussed in3.3.3, 3.3.5, and Table II; and Table III reduction ratios apply. Prior to *delivery, if-any page requires a retake, all pages within its-frame shall berefilmed; i.e., do not deliver the refilmed (flawed page) in an individualframe. (See 6.2g. )

3.6 Multi-frame numbering. Source documents that require multi-framefilming shall have each frame (segment) identified with the letter “F” followedby consecutive numbers (i.e., Fl, F2, F3, etc.). The identifying characterscan be machine printed or hand stamped; or an overlay may be used. Theidentification shall be located at the lower center of each segment but itshall not obscure or interfere with the image (see Figures 5, 6, and 7). Mhenthis is not possible, the identification shall be located as near as possibleto the lower center where it does not obscure or interfere with the image. The =identifying characters shall be black in color and their filmed image shall bea minimum of 0.125 inches (3.17mm), When using an overlay, place theidentifying characters on a white background. When multi-frame numbering is ~.

applicable for any page/sheet within a multi-page or multi-sheet document, eachsegment of that paqe/sheet shall be numbered independently (i.e., identified asFlj F2, F3, etc.j.-

3.7 Reduced-scale document. Unless otherwiseactivity, when filming a reduced-scale size of anydiscussed in 3.3.3, 3.3.5, and Table II; and Table(See 6.2h. )

specified by the procuringsource document, centeringIII reduction ratios apply.

3.8 Undimensioned drawing legend. Unless otherwise specified by theo

procuring activity, when filming an undimensioned drawing, the words“UNDIMENSIONEDDRAWINGCOPY--USEFOR REFERENCE ONLY” shall be filmed. If thewords are not preprinted, they shall be applied by machine printing, handstamping, or an overlay. The words (legend) shall be placed in an open area ofthe drawing or each segment of a drawing that requires multi-frame filming.The words (legend) shall be black in color and their filmed image shall be aminimum of 0.125 inches (3.17mm). When using an overlay, place the words on awhite background. When viewing the image or a paper print copy, the wordsshall be conspicuous. A reduced-scale drawing no smaller than one-half sizemay be used. Whether the full-size or reduced-scale size is filmed, centeringdiscussed in 3.3.3, 3.3.5, and Table II; and Table III reduction ratios apply.(See 6.2i. )

NOTE : Additional information on undimensioned drawings and other kinds ofdrawing formats and practices can be found in MIL-STD-1OO.

3.9 Unique DoD legends. Each source document shall be marked with its DoDdistribution statement and, when applicable, appropriate documents shall alsobe marked with the DoD rights-in-data information (legend) or with a DoDmilitarily critical data identification (legend). Filming requirements forthese unique DoD legends follow:

a. Distribution statement identity. Unless otherwise specified by theprocuring activity, distribution statement information shall be filmed and itsformat (i.e., identity and language) shall comply with MIL-STD-1806. If not ●

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o preprinted, the statement can be machine printed or hand stamped; or an overlaymay be used. The words (legend) shall be placed in an open area of eachdocument or each segment for documents that require multi-frame filming. Thewords shall be black in color and their filmed image shall be a minimum of0.062 inches (1.57mm). blhenusing an overlay, place the words on a whitebackground. When viewing the image or a paper print copy, the statement shallbe conspicuous. An example of a DoD distribution statement is located at thebottom of the cover page. (See 6.2i.)

b. Rights-in-data identity. Unless otherwise specified by the procuringactivity, rights-in-data information shall be filmed and its format (i.e.,identity and language) shall comply with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR),48 CFR, Subpart 27.4 and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement>(OFARS), Subpart 227.4. The identity of the rights-in-data information will “either be unlimited or limited. When it is limited, a proprietary ownershiplegend or a Government Purpose License Right (GPLR) agreement (legend) shall be.filmed. If the legend is not preprinted, it shall be machine printed or handstamped or an overlay may be used. The legend shall be placed in an open areaof each document or each segment of a document that requires multi-framefilming. The legend’s words and identity shall be black in color and theirfilmed image shall be a minimum of 0.062 inches (1.57mm). When using anoverlay, the words shall be placed on a white background. When viewing theimage or a paper print copy, the legend shall be conspicuous. (See 6.2i”.)

c. Militarily critical identity. When the procuring activity specifies

othat the source document information is militarily critical, the words“MILITARILY CRITICAL DATA” shall be filmed. If the words are not preprinted,they shall be applied by machine printing, hand stamping, or an overlay. Thewords shall be placed in an open area of each document or each segment of adocument that requires multi-frame filming. The words (legend) shall be blackin color and their filmed image shall be a minimum of 0.125 inches (3.17mm).When using an overlay, the words shall be placed on a white background. Whenviewing the image or a paper print copy, the words shall be conspicuous. (See6.2i.)

NOTE : Additional information on militarily critical applicability can be foundin MIL-STD-1806.

3.10 Test targets. To make sure acceptable microfilm images aredelivered, a camera copy board layout for various test targets (see 3.10.5,3.10.6, 3.10.7, and 3.10.8) shall be required.

3.10.1 Target frames. Each roll/cassette shall contain individual framesfor a start, security classification, title information, and end target; also,a combination resolution, reduction ratio, and density target. When requiredby the camera operator, filming of additional targets (see Figure 11) may benecessary. For each delivery (i.e., a 10roll/cassette shall only require a singlethe first roll/cassette of each lot. Seeexceptions and. for COM. see 3.11 and Tab”

as described in 4.2.1), eachtitle information target (frame) in3.10.7 and 3.10.8 for additionale VIII. Figure 9 provides examples

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3.10.2 Reduction ratio strips. A total of three strips (i.e., one foreach reduction ratio) will be necessary. The strip’s material may be metal,plastic, or any other substance with a maximum reflectance of 6 percent. Thenominal width of each strip shall be 1.000 inches (25.40mm). A card nominally3.000 inches (76.20mm) square in size identifying the strip’s reduction ratio(i.e., 1:16, 1:24, or 1:30) shall be placed adjacent to its right edge. Theidentifvina information shall be black in color. ~laced on a white back~round.and its”fi~med image shall be a minimum of 0.062 inchesillustrates a strip-up camera copy board layout and spec’dimensional requirements.

3.10.3 Resolution charts. A total of 15 NIST SRM1O”three sets of five each - a center chart and four cornerreduction ratio) will be necessary. Each chart shall be2.500 inches (63.50mm) square in size. The charts shallcompliance certified by NIST (formerly NBS). The center

1.57mm). Figu~e 10 -fies additional

Oa test charts (i.e.,charts for eachtrimmed to a nominalhave a certificate ofchart shall have the

dot’of its “1O.” patt~rn located within 0~250 inches (6.35mm) of the testtarget layout center point and its edges shall also be parallel with the testtarget layout edges. The four corner charts shall have the dots of their “1O.”pattern located within 0.250 inches (6.35mm) of the appropriate test targetlayout diagonal line; also, one pair of opposite edges shall be parallel withthe appropriate diagonal line (i.e., positioned so each pattern will read leftto right as viewed from its centering dot). Figure 10 illustrates a strip-upcamera copy board layout and specifies additional dimensional requirements.Table IV identifies the smallest pattern (highest number) that shall beresolved on all five charts for each reduction ratio.

TAFIIF IV. Smallest nattern requirement. . ---- - . . ----- —- - — —- —

Microfilm Reduction Ratio PatternI

1:16 7.1Type 1, Class 1 1:24 5.0

1:30 4.5

1:16Type 1, Class 2 1:24 ::;

1:30 4.0

1:16 5.6Type 1, Class 3 1:24 4.0

1:30 3.6

1:16 5.0Type I, Class 4 1:24 3.6

1:30 3.2

3.10.4 Density patches. A total of six patches (i.e., three sets of twoeach - one 6 percent patch and one 50 percent patch for each reduction ratio)will be necessary. Each patch shall be trimmed to a nominal 6.000 inches

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(152.40mm) square in size. The material for the 6 percent patch shall beuniform in reflectance, resistant to curl, nonglossy, and black in color. Thematerial for the 50 percent patch shall be uniform in reflectance, resistant tocurl , nonglossy, and grey in color. The 6 percent patch is used to approximatethe reflectance of the source document’s lines and characters. The 50 percentpatch is used to approximate the reflectance of the source document’sbackground areas. The background density value for the 6 percent patch shallnot exceed 0.10 and, for the 50 percent patch it shall be between 1.00 to 1.20.With proper set-up, lighting, and density, the reproducibility (see 3.17) ofthe filmed images should be acceptable. Without proper set-up, lighting, anddensity, resolving resolution patterns, using the same exposure setting forroll-to-roll and card-to-card duplication, and the readability of an image or apaper print copy may not be possible. Figure 10 illustrates a strip-up cameracopy board layout and specifies additional dimensional requirements.

KITE : Additional information on camera copy board lighting can be found inANSI/AIIM NS26-1990.

3.10.5 Start target and end target. Within each cassette of camera cardsor each roll of film a single start and a single end target shall be-filmed atreduction ratio, 1:16. A camera copy board layout (target) of sufficient sizeshall be made to identify the word “START” or the words “ENO PLEASE REWIND.”The words shall be black in color, placed on a white background, and theirfilmed image shall be a minimum of 0.250 inches (6.35MM) (see Figures 9 and 11).

3.10.6 Title information target. Each delivery (i.e., a lot as describedin 4.2.1) shall have a single target filmed at reduction ratio, 1:16. A cameracopy board layout (target) of sufficient size shall be made to identify thefollowing: (a) the contract/purchase order number; (b) the prime contractor’sCAGE code; and (c) the filming activity (usually a service bureau) information.The filming activity information shall include its company name, in-house jobnumber, point of contact (camera operator), telephone number, and the date thesource documents were filmed. The information shall be black in color andplaced on a white background, and its filmed image shall be a minimum of 0.125inches (3.17MM) (see Figures 9 and 11).

3.10.7 Resolution, reduction ratio, and density target. Witfiin eachcassette of camera cards or each roll of film, a total of six targets shall befilmed at the following reduction ratios. At the start of each roll or cassettein ascending order (one 1:16, one 1:24, and one 1:30 target) and at the end indescending order (one 1:30, one 1:24, and one 1:16 target) (see Figures 9 and11). However, if the source document filming within a roll/cassette onlyrequires the use of one or two reduction ratios, filming a target for any unusedratio is not required. The target’s dimensional requirements (camera copy boardlayout) shall comply with 3.10.2, 3.10.3, 3.10.4 and Figure 10.

3.10.8 Security information target. When applicable, within each cassetteof camera cards or each roll of film, two targets shall be filmed at reductionratio, 1:16. One at the start and one at the end of each roll or cassette. Thehighest security classification (i.e., top secret, secret, or confidential)within the roll or cassette shall be identified at the top and at the bottom of

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each target. The downgrading and declassification schedule shall also be oentered along with the following warning notice: “This film contains imageswhose information affects the national defense of the United States within themeaning of espionage laws, Title 18, U.S.C., Sections 793 and 794, thetransmission, release, or revelation of which in any inanner to an unauthorizedperson or entity is prohibited by law.” A camera copy board layout (target) ofsufficient size shall be made to identify the security information. Theinformation shall be black in color and placed on a white background. Thefilmed image for the classification heading at the top and bottom of the targetshall be a minimum of 0.250 inches (6.35mm). The filmed image for theremaining information shall be a minimum of 0.062 inches (1.57mm) (seeFigures 9 and 11).

3.10.8.1 Classified documents. Prior to filming a classified source.L

document, the top and bottom of each page/sheet, shall be marked (machineprinted or hand stamped) with its security classification (i.e., top secret,secret, or confidential) and, each unclassified page/sheet filmed within the

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same roll/cassette shall be marked (machine printed or hand stamped)unclassified. hlhen the filmed imaqes are delivered (i.e., a lot as describedin 4.2.1) in MIL-D image card medi~m, the classified ’ima!unclassified images (cards) may be shipped in either a s“container or two containers; i.e., the cards that have c“the cards that have unclassified images may be separatedseparate shipping containers. A single container is theeither instance, any shipping container with classifiedwith the highest security classification used within the

es (cards) and thengle shippingassified images andand delivered inpreferred method. In~nages shall be markedcontainer (see 5.2.2).

o3.11 COM target frames. Generating the resolution, reduction ratio, and

density target, described in 3.10.7, is not applicable. However, eachprocessed roll of COM film shall have a start frame and end frame (see 3.10.5),a title information frame (see 3.10.6) and, when applicable, two securityinformation frames (see 3.10.8). If it is not possible to generate the titleand security information frames, glue labels containing the information to thereel and to the beginning and end of each roll.

3.12 llIPland contract number. An overlay (legend) with the purchase orderor contract number and Microfilm Identification Number (blIN) shall be placed inthe unused frame area below the source document image (see Figure 9) or eachsegment for documents that require multi-frame filming. The legend’sinformation shall be white in color, placed on a black background, and itsfilmed image shall be a minimum of 0.125 inches (3.17mm).

3.12.1 Indexing. Indexing is usually not required particularly when thedeliverable medium is MIL-D image cards. However, unless otherwise specifiedby the procuring activity, individual frames (target and image) shall beindexed. The identifying inform~tion can be machine printed or hand stamped;or an overlay may be used. The roll or camera card cassette shall beidentified with a letter followed by a consecutive number for each frame (e.g.,Al, A2, A3, etc.). When more than one roll/cassette is required, continue thenumbering (e.g., 6501, B502, 6503, etc.) on each additional roll/cassette. Theidentifying information shall be black in color and its filmed image shall be a

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a minimum of 0.125 inches (3.17mm). Mhen using an overlay place theinformation on a white background. Locate the indexing information(a) for documents that require single frame filming near the centerdocument’s lower border line; and (b) for documents that require mu”filming and for tarqet frames near the center of the bottom of each

dentifyingas follows:of theti-frameframe (see

Figure-9). In eith~r instance, the indexing information shall not obscure’orinterfere with the image. When this is not possible for single frame filming,locate as near as possible to the center of the source document’s lower borderline where the indexing information does not obscure or interfere with theimage. When indexing documents that require multi-frame filming (see 3.4.3),the Fl, F2, F3 segment identification; (see 3.6) is not used. This segmentidentification is replaced with a slant (/) followed byA46/1, A47/2, A48/3, etc.) (see Figure 9). Letters “O”.used to identify a roll/cassette. When more than 24 ro”required, the 25th and subsequent rolls/cassettes shall

. letters (e.g., AA12001, AA12002, AA12003, etc.) (See 6

the frame number (e.g.,and “I” shall not beis/cassettes arebe identified by dual2j.)

3.13 Filming (frame) sequence. Single page, single sheet, multi-page, ormulti-sheet source documents shall be filmed in ascending page or sheet numbersequence (i.e., logical progression from a reader’s point-of-view). -Additionally, the documents shall be grouped by size (i.e., film all “A” sizefirst, “B” size second, etc., etc.). Figure 11 illustrates the overall filming(frame) sequence.

●a. Unless otherwise specified by the procuring activity, when filming

multi-sheet Size A or Size B book form drawings, each sheet shall be filmed onesheet per frame. If any sheet is revised, to identify the revision, all sheetsshall be refilmed not just the revised sheet. Do not confuse this requirementwith the book form document positioning discussed in 3.5.1 and illustrated inFigure 8. (See 6.2k. )

NOTE : Additional information on multi-sheet book form drawings can be found inMIL-STD-1OO.

b. When possible, a book form document (see 3.5) shall be filmed withinthe same roll or cassette of camera cards. If not possible, continue on thenext roll or cassette.

c. Unless otherwise specified by the procuring activity, all sourcedocuments that require multi-frame filming (see 3.4.3) shall be filmedright-to-left; i.e., frame 1 (see Figures 5, 6, and 7) shall contain thedocument’s title information. (See 6.2k. )

3.14 Density. The background density values shall comply with Table V.The Table V values are visual-diffuse transmission densities. All measurementsshall be measured in accordance with ANSI IT2.19-1986 (formerly designatedPH2.19) guidance. The base-plus-fog density value (Dmin) shall not exceed0.08. When a source document is flawed (i.e., it has erasures, patching, fadedpaper, dark backgrounds, half-tone areas, etc.), non-complying density valuesmay be acceptable.

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TABLE V. Background densitv value (neaative-amearina imaae), –,

Microfilm ~ Value

Type I, Class 1 (camera master, IN) 1.00 to 1.20 *

Type 1, Class 2 (direct-image print film, 2N) 1.10 to 1.40Type I, Class 3 (direct-image print film, 3N) 1.15 to 1.55Type 1, Class 4 (direct-image print film, 4N) 1.15 to 1.70

Type I, Class 2 (conventional print film, 2P) 0.04 to 0.16 **Type 1, Class 3 (conventional print film, 3N) 0.90 to 1.30Type I, Class 4 (converitional print film, 4P) 0.04 to 0.24 **

Type 1, Class 1 (COM, IN) 1.70 minimum

* The majority of engineering data source documents are usually fineline originals and generally are high-contrast. Thus, the 1.00 to1.20 value range applies. However, when the source document isnot a fine line original or it is generally low-contrast, a valuerange of 0.90 to 1.10 shall apply.

** blhenthe filming process uses conventional print film, the second(2P) and fourth (4P) generation will have positive-appearingimages. Due to the difficulty in measuring a positive-appe~ringimage’s line density, the background density is typicallymeasured. Thus, the 0.04 to 0.24 range applies.

3.15 Residual thiosulfate ion. To make sure processed film-is properlywashed to eliminate residual thiosulfate (over time, thiosulfate decompositionwill deteroriate image quality), the methylene blue test method described inANSI PH4.8-1985 applies. The test shall be performed within two weeks afterfilm processing. The test result shall comply with the LE500 requirementdescribed in ANSI/hlAPM IT9.1-1992 (i.e., be less than 0.014 grams per squaremeter). This test is critical to the LE500 requirement. Thus, inspection andverification (see 4.1, 4.1.1, and Figure 13) at the time of testing (see 4.8)shall be accomplished. When cutting test samples from either roll or cameracard film, Figure 12 dimensional requirements apply.

3.16 visual. When using a reader/viewer to evaluate the deliverableimages, every line and character shall be eye-readable and free of defectsrecorded in Table VI. However, if any of these defects or any other defect isonly cosinetic and will not affect reproducibility (see 3.17), it is acceptable.

3.17 Reproducibility. hlhen 3.10.2, 3.10.3, and 3.10.4 requirements arecomplied with, the reproducibility (i.e., a paper copy blow back) of the sourcedocument’s image should be satisfactory. However, information located inmulti-frame overlap areas does not need to comply with stringent reproduci-bility requirements if the information is legible in a preceding or succeedingframe (segment).

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TARIC UT U+c$hla t+m~n~+c

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1. Document title block information is mi~sing, incomplete, orblurred.

2. Characters/symbols are filled in or they are too light to belegible.

3. Lines are discontinuous or too light to be legible.

4. Image is partially missing, over/under developed, over/underexposed, or out-of-focus.

5. Film is blank or has blurred images.

6. Frame sequence, image orientation, center line markings,or multi-frame numbering is missing or not in proper order.

7. Film has blisters, tears, scratches, or other similar flaws.

8. Dust spots, finger marks, water spots, fog, edge fog, or othersimilar imperfections are obscuring the image.

3.18 Legible copy method.

●When the procuring activity specifies that the

legible copy method shall be used, in lieu of measuring the background density(see 3.10.4, 3.14, and Table V), the following applies: (a) make a paper printCOPY in accordance with Table VII; and (b) when evaluating the fourthgeneration paper print, every line and character shall be-legible.

TABLE VII. Legible copy requirement

iiicrofilm Ylake Paper Print From

Type I, Class 1 3rd Image Reproduction *Type I, Class 2 2nd Image Reproduction *Type I, Class 3 1st Image Reproduction *Type I, Class 4 Paper Reproduction

* MIL-il copy cards (Type II film), as appropriate,shall be used when making the required number ofreproduction images for each class of microfilm.

4. QUALITY ASSURANCE PROVISIONS

4.1 Resmnsibility for ins~ection. Unless otherwise specified

(See 6.21 .)

in thecontract or purchase o~der, the-supplier (see 6.4.3) shall perform Table VIIItests. The absence of a test requirement herein shall not relieve the supplierof the responsibility to deliver microfilm that complies with all NIL-M-9868

o and any other contractual requirement. A supplier’s in-house qualityinspection process may be used to ascertain from its viewpoint contractual

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conformance. However, it shall not relieve the supplier of the responsibilityto perform all prescribed tests. Figure 13 provides an example of a supplier’scertification of compliance that shall be copied, completed, and included ineach microfilm delivery. (See 6.2m. )

4.1.1 Responsibility for compliance. Unless otherwise specified in thecontract or purchase order, to make sure the delivered microfilm complies withTable VIII and all other MIL-M-9868 requirements, verification (i.e., signatureapproval in block 21, DD Form 250) by a DoD in-plant quality assuranceinspector or any other designated contractual representative is required.However, the procuring activity reserves the right to: (a) have independenttesting performed by someone other than the supplier; (b) have the primary DoDrepository destination point perform the inspection, certification, andverification (i.e., signature approval in block 21, DD Form 250); or (c)implement any combination of the inspection, certification, and verificationoptions. (See 6.2m. )

TABLE VIII. Test re

Test

Film CurlFrame & Centering dimensions*

Frame MountingReduction Ratio**Resolution**Background Density

Residual Thiosulfate IonVisualReproducibility

irements (Type I film)

Reqt. Para.

3.1.13.3, 3.3.3, 3.3.4, &Table I3.3.53.10.23.10.3 & 3.10.7

able V3.10.4, 3.14 &

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* For COM, 3.3.1 and 3.3.2 also apply.

** For COM, reduction ratio and resolution tests are notapplicable.

4.34.4

4.54.6.14.6.24.7.1,4.7.2, &4.7.34.84.94.10

4.2 Microfilm testinq. The Acceptable Quality Level (AQL) and testingprocedures shall comply with 4.3 through 4.10. The inspection (testing)requirements are necessary to produce an acceptable microfilm image (product).The identified tests are used to quantify the effectiveness (quality assuranceand control) of the filming procedures. However, it must be understood thatemphasis on the procedures will invariably increase the quality of the filmedimages while inspection by itself which is only an information gatheringprocess cannot improve quality (see 3.4).

4.2.1 Preconditions. For DD Form 250 purposes, the term “lot” means thenumber of rolls or their individual frames mounted in MIL-D aperture cards orthe number of cassettes (i.e., MIL-D camera cards) delivered in an individual

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● shipment. When the contract/purchase order requires multiple shipments, thefilm in each shipment shall be inspected (tested) and approved. For testingpurposes, the term “lot” means the numberindividual test.

4.3 Edge curl test. Randomly selectareas along the length of each roll of fi’mounting. The test areas shall be testedor height gauge, record the curl’s dimens’comply, the entire roll shall be rejected

of samples necessary to perform ail

three 12.000 inch (304.80MM) testm designated for MIL-D aperture cardto comply with 3.1.1. Using a depthens. If any dimension does notand refilmed.

4.4 Frame and centering dimensions test. Randomly select three imageframes (test samples) from each roll or cassette of camera cards. The samplesshall be tested to comply with 3.3, 3.3.3, 3.3.4, and Table I. Using acalibrated measu~ing device (e.g., a viewing glass that has a reticle), recordthe frame dimensions. If any measurement does not comply, the entire roll orcassette shall be rejected and refilmed.

4.5 Frame mounting test. Randomly select three image frames (testsamples) from each roll of film designated for MIL-D aperture card mounting.The samples shall be tested to comply with 3.3.5, Table II, and Figure 4.Using a calibrated measuring device (e.g., a viewitig glass that has a reticle),record the mounting dimensions. If any measurement does not comply, threeadditional frames (test samples) shall be randomly selected and tested. If anymeasurement on the additional samples also does not comply, the entire roll

o shall be rejected and refilmed.

4.6 Reduction ratio and resolution tests.

4.6.1 Reduction ratio. The target frames at the beginning and at the endof each roll or cassette of camera cards shall be tested to comply with 3.10.2.Using a calibrated measuring device (e.g., a viewing glass that has a reticle),record the length of the reduction ratio strip’s image. The length shall be0.500 + 0.005 inches (12.700 + 0.13mm). If the measurement does not comply,the en~ire roll or cassette s~all be rejected and refilmed.

4.6.2 Resolution. The target frames at the beginning and at the end ofeach roll or cassette of camera cards shall be tested to comply with 3.10.3,3.10.7, and Table IV. Using a microscope, view all patterns down to thesmallest (highest number) identified in Table IV. These patterns shall beresolved on all five charts for each reduction ratio. To be resolved eachpattern shall have five distinguishable lines in both the vertical andhorizontal direction. If more than one applicable pattern on any chart is notresolved, the entire roll or cassette shall be rejected and refilmed.

4.6.2.1 Spurious resolution. Spurious resolution (i.e., more than fivelines in a resolved pattern) may be a reason for non-compliance. If it is, thefollowinq applies: rotate the image (target frame) 90 degrees and view again.After ro~ation, if the reso’spurious resolution flaw is

oalso be the reason for spur

ved pa~tern no longer has more than five lines, theacceptable. A slightly out-of-focus camera mayous resolution.

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4.6.2.2 Astigmatism. Astigmatism (i.e., a pattern not resolved in eitherdirection) may be a reason for non-compliance. If it is, the following @applies: Rotate the image (target frame) 45 degrees and view again. lf theunresolved pattern is now resolved in one direction and a further rotation of90 degrees resolves it in the other direction, the astigmatism flaw isacceptable.

4.7 Background density tests.

4.7.1 Image frames. Randomly select three frames (test samples) from eachroll or cassette of camera cards. The samples shall be tested to comply with3.14 and Table V. Using a densitometer, three separate measurements shall betaken within the document image area of each sample. The selected measurementpoints shall be in an area that is free of characters and lines and located asnear as possible to a diagonal across the frame. If any of the three

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measurements on any sample does not comply with Table V, three additionalframes (test samples) shall be randomly selected and tested. If any of thethree measurements on the additional samples also do not comply, the following

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applies: after making sure the densitometer is set-up in accordance with itsmanufacturer’s recommendation, reaccomplish the test on all six samples. Ifany of the three measurements on more than one sample still does not comply,determine if the non-compliance is due to source document flaws discussed in3.14. If the non-compliance is only due to source document flaws, thenon-complying background density requirement is acceptable. If thenon-compliance is not due to source document flaws or incorrect densitometerset-up, the entire roll or cassette shall be rejected and refilmed. blhenaflawed frame is refilmed, a hole shall be punched near the center of eachrejected frame(s). If the rejected frame was a segment of a multi-sheet, amulti-page, or multi-frame document, all segments (frames) shall be refilmed,not just the flawed frame. bihenMIL-D image cards are delivered, unlessotherwise specified by the procuring activity, the rejected (hole punched)frame(s) shall be included in the shipment. A MIL-D image card that has a holepunched in its film is commonly referred to as a frame card. (See 6.2n.)

4.7.2 Target frames. The six frames (test samples) which include theimages of the density patches shall be tested to comply with 3.10.4. Using adensitometer, measure the density of each patch’s image. If any measurementdoes not comply with 3.10.4, the entire roll or cassette shall be rejected andrefilmed.

4.7.3 Base-plus-fog (Dmin). Cut.and reinovetwo 4.000 inch (101.60mm)lengths (test samples) of processed clear (no-image) film. One length from thebeginning and one length from the end of each roll or select two camera cards(test samples) with processed clear (no-image) film. One from the beginningand one from the end of each cassette (see Figure 11). The samples shall betested to comply with 3.14. Using a densitometer, measure the density of eachsample. If the measurement of any sample does not comply, the entire roll orcassette shall be rejected and refilmed.

4.8 Residual tbiosulfate ion test. Cut and remove two 6.000 inch(152.40mm) lengths (test samples) of processed clear (no-image) film. Thesamples shall be tested to comply with 3.15. The samples shall be from each

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● batch of 10 consecutively filmed rolls that used the same processing chemicals.One sample shall be from the beginning of the first roll and the other sample

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shall be from the end of the tenth or-last roll (see Figure 11). When testinga camera card cassette, remove two cards from the beginning of the firstcassette and two cards from the end of the tenth or last cassette. The removedcamera card samples shall also have processed clear (no-image) film. Theremoved samples (roll film or camera cards) shall be further cut into four testunits. The unit dimensions shall comply with Figure 12. Only one sample unitfrom the first roll/cassette and one sample unit from the last roll/cassetteneeds to be tested. The two remaining test units are to be used as a backup;

if the first units fail to comply with 3.15 or if they are mishandled,}~~~’the backup units shall be tested. If a sample unit from the first roll orcassette does not comply, all 10 rolls or cassettes shall be rejected andrefilmed. If only the sample unit from the tenth or last roll or cassette doesnot comply, working in reverse order, new test samples from roll/cassette 8 and3, 6 and 2, etc., etc. shall be removed and tested. If only the sample unitfrom roll/cassette 8 does not comply, the test is complete and only roll/cassette 9 and 10 must be rejected and refilmed.

4.9 Visual test. Randomly select 12 image frames (test samples) from eachroll of film or cassette of camera cards. The samples shall be visuallyinspected to comply with 3.16 and Table VI. Using a viewer, view the selectedsamples for compliance. If more than one sample does not comply, 12 additionalimage frames (test samples) shall be randomly selected and visually inspected.If more than one sample of the additional samples also does not comply, the

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entire roll or cassette shall be rejected and refilmed. If no more than onesample fails in the second test, the visual requirement is acceptable.However, any rejected frame shall have a hole punched near its center and itshall be rsfilmed. The refilming and delivery procedure described at the endof 4.7.1 applies.

4.10 Reproducibility test. Randomly select a total of four image frames(test samples), two each from any two rolls or cassettes of camera cardsscheduled for shipment; i.e., a lot as described in 4.2.1. If the lot consistsof a partial or a single roll/cassette, only two image frames need to betested. The samples shall be tested to comply with 3.17. Make a paper printcopy of each selected sample. If any paper print copy is not eye-readable(i.e., a satisfactory blow hack of the source document), the entire roll orcassette that the sample was selected from shall be rejected and refilmed.

4.11 Packaging inspection.

4.11.1 Materials. The packaging materials shall be visually inspected tocomply with 5.1, 5.la, and 5.lb.

4.11.2 Marking. Interior containers and shipping containers shall bevisually inspected to comply with 5.2, 5.2.1, and 5.2.2.

5. Packaging

o5.1 Packaging requirements. The construction of interior containers and

shipping containers shall be in accordance with PPP-B-636. The followingpacking methods apply:

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0:Image cards. Unless otherwise specified by the procuring activity,plac~”the cards in a fiberboard box specifically designed for holding 10,000cards. For smaller amounts (i.e., 2000-10,000), place corrugated fiberboardspacers in the unused space of the fiberboard box or place the cards in asimilarly constructed smaller size fiberboard box or wrap the cards with a layerof bubble cushioning material and place the wrapped cards in a scrim bag (see6.4.2); for amounts less than 2000, place fiberboard stiffeners on the top andbottom of the cards, secure with rubber bands, and place in a cushionedenvelope. Place all fiberboard boxes, scrim bags, or envelopes (interiorcontainers) and a paper copy packing list (i.e., an overall numerical listing ofall source document numbers) in a single fiberboard shipping container. If theshipment only requires a single fiberboard box, scrim bag, or envelope, it can

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be used as the shipping container. (See 6.20.).:

b. !?011film. Unless otherwise specified by the procuring activity, windthe film on a plastic reel and place it in a plastic reel box. Place allplastic reel boxes (interior containers) and a paper copy packing list (i.e., an ‘“overall numerical listing of all source document numbers) in a single fiberboardshipping container. (See 6.20. )

5.2 Standard marking. Unless otherwise specified by the procuringactivity, interior containers and shipping containers shall be marked or labeledin accordance with MIL-STD-129. The markings or labels shall use blackwaterproof ink printing that will not become illegible during shipping. (See6.2P.). .

NOTE : The civil agencies listed in the concluding material may specify oFED-STD-123 in lieu of MIL-STD-129.

5.2.1 Special marking. In addition to 141L-STD-129 requirement;, shippingcontainers shall also be marked with the following precaution: “THIS SHIPMENT -ONLY TO BE OPENED AT THE DESTINATION POINT - CONTAINS HIGH COST ENGINEERING DATAMICROFILM IMAGES. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN, tiATER, OR EXTREME TEMPERATURE.” (See6.2p.)

5.2.2 Security classification marking. !dhen applicable, in addition to3.10.8, MIL-STD-129, and the 5.2.1 precaution, appropriate DoD 5200.1-R and DoD5220.22-M requirements apply. (See 6.2P.)

6. NOTES

(This section provides information of a general or explanatory nature; but,the information is not a contractual requirement.)

6.1 Intended use. To help various users to better understand primary DoDrepository engineering data microfilming needs; particularly those who filmengineering data source documents and make noncamera silver duplicate mastersor those who inspect the filmed images or those who store and maintain thecamera masters and noncamera silver duplicate masters or those who makedistribution copies (i.e., MIL-D copy cards and/or paper prints) of a camera

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master or a noncamera silver duplicate master for dissemination to others orthose who provide engineering data policy or those who provide technicalcontent expertise or those who perform administrative oversight management orthose who administer engineering data purchasing contracts or those who provideacquisition data management policy or those who provide configurationmanagement policy or those who provide program management policy.

6.1.1 Repository microfilm usage. Within a primary DoD repository, asapplicable, the principal microfilm usage (operational practices) follow: (a)Type I, Class 1 film will make-up the permanent (archival)master file; (b)Type I, Class 2 conventional print film and Type I, Class 3 direct-image printfilm will make-up a backup reserve file. The conventional print film images inthis file are commonly referred to as reverse reading duplicate silver masters;(c) Type I, Class 3 conventional print film and Type 1, Class 2 direct-imageprint film will make-up a primary reserve file. The conventional print filmimages in this file are commonly referred to as right reading duplicate silvermasters; (d) Type I, Class 4 conventional and direct-image print film, whenspecified by the procuring activity, would make-up a special project file.Otherwise Type I, Class 4 film is not used; (e) Type 11, Class 2 film (NIL-Dcopy cards) is issued to support agency/department local customer cmgoing orone-time needs; (f) Type II, Class 3 film (NIL-D copy cards) is issued tosupport agency/department non-local customer needs; and (g) Type II, Class 4film (MIL-D copy cards) is issued to support, as necessary, agency/departmentlocal and non-local customer needs.

6.1.2 MIL-D tabulating card microfilm relationships. Because primary DoDrepositories use unique NIL-D tabulating cards (see 6.4.4), the cards’ physicalrelationship to Type I and Type II microfilm is provided in Table IX.

TABLE IX. MIL-O tabulating cardsUnclassified Classified Emulsion Tape

Microfilm Generation Card Designation Card Designation Layer Location

Type I, Class 1 1st 00 Form 156211 DO Form 1562A* Back FrontType I, Class 1 1st 00 Form 1562G 00 Form 1562F Back FrontType I, Class 2** 2nd 00 Form 1562C OD Form 1562E Front 3ackType I, Class 3** 3rd 00 Form 15628 00 Form 15620 Back FrontType I, Class 4** 4th 00 Form 1562C 00 Form 1.562E Front Back

Type II, Class 2 2nd 00 Form 15621 00 Form 1562K Front BackType 11, Class 3 3rd OD Form 1562H 00 Form 1562J Back FrontType II, Class 4 4th 00 Form 15621 00 Form 1562K Front. Sack

* 00 Form 1562A (camera cards) do not normally have special security markingspreprinted (i.e., red stripe, classification, etc.); if used to film classifiedsource documents, the special markings must not be overlooked.

** Conventional print film. If direct-image print film is used, DO Form 1552B(unclassified) and DO Form 15620 (classified) cards would be applicable.

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6.2 Acquisition requirements. When purchasimages, applicable Data Item Descriptions (DIDs)tailoring are contractually implemented through

nq engineering data microfilm o(5D F;rm 1664] and associatedhe selection and ordering

options set forth in MIL-T-31OOO. MIL-M-9868-ampl ifies the MIL-T-31OOO optionsto make sure an optimum balance between needs and cost is fulfilled. TheContract Data Requirements List (DD Form 1423) and any other contractualdocument implemented by the contracting officer should specify the appropriateoptions for the following:

a. Issue of DoDISS with the MIL-M-9868 title, revision, and datestipulated separately. (See 2.1.1. )

b. Issue of other government and non-government references. (See 2.1.2and 2.2.)

.

c. Deliverable microfilm and Imedium. (See 3.1.2, 3.1.2.1, and 3.1.2 .2.) =

d. Off-center positioning. (See 3.3.4.)

e. Metric document sizes. (See 3.4.1.1.

f. Multi-frame segment identification.

~- Book form document positioning. (See

h. Reduced-scale document. (See 3.7. )

See 3.4.3.1. )

3.5.1.)

i. Legends. (See 3.8, 3.9a, 3.9b, and 3.9c. )

j. Indexing. (See 3.12.1. )

k. Multi-frame filming sequence. (See 3.13a and 3.13c. )

1. Legible copy method. (See 3.18.)

m. Inspection, certification, and verification. (See 4.1 and 4.1.1. )

n. Frame cards. (See 4.7.1. )

0. Shipping containers and packing. (See 5.la and 5.lb.)

P. Standard, special, and classified container markings. (See 5.2, 5.2.1,and 5.2.2.)

6.3 Data requirements. MIL-M-9868 should not be used as a source documentfor a DID. However, the AMSDL does identify DIDs, DI-EDRS-8041O(NSA) andDI-EDRS-80907 (Army) within the EDRS Standardization Area. The data requirementsassociated with these two DIDs are only applicable when used with a SOW that islimited to NSA (National Security Agency) and A/MICOM (Army Missile Command).Therefore, for MIL-M-9868 purposes, data requirements and suggested tailoring isnot applicable nor provided. 01

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o 6.4 Definitions. General microfilm terminology explanations can be foundin AIIM TR2-1992, Glossary of Imaging Technology. However, for MIL-M-9868purposes, significant terms that require clarification are explained here.

6.4.1 Engineering data. Those data, regardless of form or characteristic,required to define a design or process that can be used to produce, support,operate, test, and inspect a product or service. Some examples follow:engineering drawings, logic diagrams, computer printouts, manufacturerprocesses, wiring board patterns, parts list, test methods, performancecharacteristics, electrical circuits, etc.. Furthermore, the term “engineeringdata” is commonly used when referring to technical data, engineering drawings,level 3 data, level 2 data, production data, digitized data, product definitiondata, digital data, and other similar expressions. For MIL-M-9868 purposes, do.,not confuse these.generic expressions when filming or discussing an engineering ‘data source document.

~6.4.2 Scrim bag. A flexible container constructed with an outer layer of

cloth and inner backing of aluminum. Its opening has matted surfaces forpressure sealing. The sealedprotection.

6.4.3 Supplier. Any entsubcontractor, vendor, sellerperform testing or filming asidentified entity expressions

6.4.4 Tabulating card.

bag provides a degree of vapor and water leakage

ty identified as a prime contractor,or service bureau and, any other entity who may

prescribed herein. For MIL-M-9868 purposes, theare considered to be synonymous.

n 80-column card, with or without an aperture, onwhich information is-indexed using punched holes that can be machine-sensed forsorting, collating, listing, or totaling. Individual explanations for theunique MIL-D tabulating card series (i.e., DO Form 1562, Dual PurposeEngineering Document Card) follow:

Aperture card. An unprocessed tabulating card with an aperture(rec%ngular hole) designed for the subsequent insertion of a developed frameof Type I silver-halide (camera or noncamera) microfilm. Furthermore, theexpression “aperture card” is commonly used when referring to any tabulating ornontabulating card (military or commercial), whether processed or unprocessed,that has an aperture. Do not confuse the popularity of the generic “aperturecard” expression with the formal definition of an aperture card, camera card,copy card, and image card.

b. Camera card. An unprocessed tabulating card whose aperture containsundeveloped Type I silver-halide camera microfilm. A camera card is designedfor its film to be exposed and processed while in the aperture. Thus, cameracards can only be used with cameras capable of this process.

c. Copy card. An unprocessed tabulating card whose aperture usuallycontains undeveloped Type II diazo noncamera microfilm. A copy card’sundeveloped diazo film is designed to be exposed and processed by contactprinting in a card-to-card duplicating device (i.e., the emulsion layer of the

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undeveloped film must be in direct contact with the emulsion tayer of the filmin the image card being copied).

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d. Image card. A processed aperture card, camera card, or copy card. A ●processed card is keypunched (Hollerith information), has eye-readable(unaided) header information, and its aperture (rectangular hole) containsdeveloped (imaged) microfilm (silver-halide, diazo, or vesicular).

6.4.4.1 Nonaperture tabulating card. In addition to cards with anaperture (i.e., the DDForm 1562 card series), there are two nonaperture (i.e.,contain no film) unprocessed 80-column engineering data tabulating cards (DDForm 1309, Model or Type Designation Card and DD Form 1310, Part and DrawingNumber Card). when processed, these nonaperture cards are keypunched(Hollerit.hinformation), have eye-readable (unaided) header information and,their purpose is to supplement an image card’s Hollerith information.

6.5 Acronyms. All acronyms used within MIL-M-9868E are spelled out here; ‘they may, or may not, be spelled out in the associated text, tables, or figures.

a. AIIM - Association for Information and Image Management.=

NOTE: AIIM has replaced NMA(National Micrographics Association). IW’4Amay bereferenced in some related documents or publications.

b. ANSC - Acquisition Management Systems Control

. AMSDL - Acquisition Management System and Data Requirements ControlListc

d. ANSI - American National Standards Institute

e. AQL - Acceptable Quality Level

f. ASCC - Air Standardization Coordinating Committee

~. ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers

Il. CAGE - Commercial and Government Entity

NOTE : CAGE has replaced FSCM (Federal Supply Code for Manufacturers). FSCMreplaced CIN (Code Identification Number). FSCFIand CIN may be used in somerelated documents or publications.

i. CFCS - Chlorofl uorocarbons

j. CFR - Code of Federal Regulations

k. CMAN - Configuration Management

1. COM - Computer-output Microfilm

NOTE : In the concluding material, COM isCommerce.

an acronym for the Department of

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m. DFARS - Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement

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n. DIA - Defense Intelligence Agency

o. DID - Data Item Description

P. DLA - Defense Logistics Agency

~. DMA - Defense Mapping Agency

r. OMR - Defense Management Review

s. ONA - Defense Nuclear Agency

t. Dc)D- Department of Oefense

u. DoOISS - Department of Defense Index of Specifications and Standards

v. DoOSSP - Department of Oefense Single Stock Point

w. DRPR - Drawing Practices

x. OSN - Defense Switched Network

NOTE : DSN has replaced AUTOVON (Automatic Voice Network). AUTOVON may be usedin some related documents or publications.

o Y. EDRS - Engineering Oata Reproduction Systems

NOTE: EORS has replaced EOMS (Engineering Oata Micro-reproduction Systems).EDMS may be referenced in some related documents or publications.

z. EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

aa. FAR - Federal Acquisition Regulation

bb . FSC - Federal Supply Class

cc . GORQ - General Design Requirements

dd. GPLR - Government Purpose License Rights

ee. GSA - General Services Administration

ff. ILSS - Integrated Logistics Support Standards

99- IPSC - Information Processing Standards for Computer

hh . 1s0 - International Organization for Standardization

ii. LE- Life Expectancy

jj. MIN - Microfilm Identification Number

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kk. N/A - Not Applicable

11. NAPM - National Association of Photograph

m. NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Adm”

nrl. NGS - Non-Government Standard

c Manufacturers

nitration

m . NIST - National Institute of Standards and Technology

NOTE: NIST has replaced NBS (National Bureau of Standards). NBS may bereferenced in some related documents or publications.

PP. NSA - National Security Agency

w ●OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration

i-r’. PA - Preparing Activity

Ss. PACK - Packing, Packaging, Preservation and Transportability

tt . SMA - Standardization Management Activity

Uu. sow - Statement of Work

w . SRM - Standard Reference Material

Ww. TQM - Total Quality Management

xx. U.s.c. - Used as an Abbreviation for United States Code

YY- up - Working Party

6.6 International standardization agreements. An agreement betweenAustralia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom , and the United States is ineffect. The agreement is administered by the Air Standardization CoordinatingCommittee (ASCC), Working Party (WP) 30 (formerly WP104). The agreement’sprovisions are documented in ASCC Functional Standard, AIR-STD-104/15C. Withinthe agreement, the following MIL-M-9868E requirements apply:

MIL-M-9868E Requirement Paragraph

Undimensioned drawing legendDistribution statement identityRights-in-data identityMilitary critical identityClassified documentsPackagingStandard and special markingsSecurity classification marking

3.83.9a3.9b3.9C3.10.8 and 3.10.8.15.1, 5.la, and S.lb5.2 and 5.2.15.2.2

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—To accommodate the international agreement, the following notificationprocedures apply: (a) When any proposed or formal MIL-M-9868 amendment, notice,revision, or cancellation project affects the agreement, Preparing Activity(PA) 16 should notify the appropriate ASCC management committee focal point atHQ USAF/XOXX(ISO), ASCC Office Pentagon, Washington DC 20330-5058 or, ifnecessary, take some other appropriate measure; and (b) if the agreement’sMIL-PI-9868E requirement is deleted or revised, the ASCC management committeefocal point should notify PA 16.

6.7 Subject term (key word) listing.

Background density>Image frameNegative-appearing image

a Reduction ratioResolutionSupplier certificationTarget frame

6.8 Supersession data. MIL-M-9S68E is a complete revision of the previousissue; however, it does not supersede any other DoOISS document.

6.9 Changes from previous issue. Due to the extensiveness of the changes,

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marginal notations (asterisks, vertical lines, etc.) are not used.

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PREFERRED LAYOUT * OPTIONAL LAYOUT **

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**Theoptionallayoutiscommonlyexpressedasa landscape(90°rotation)position.

NOTE: Whenfilming,donotconfusetheselayoutswiththesinglesheetperframepositioningrequiredformulti-sheetSizeA orSizeBdrawings(see3.13aand3.13b).

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S?AR7T’ARGm SECWRI?VINFORMA7?OSUTAfiGtX TllUiNFORMAllONTARGETPRlMTl14GAND INDEXING PRINTINGAND INDEXING PWlfllNGAND WDEXJNG

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A 26.000 39.000 48.750 *0.062

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c 12.875 19.406 24.281 *0.062

D 8.000 12.000 15,000 *0.005

E 4.000 6.000 7.500 *0,062

F 6.400 9.600 12.000 *0.062

G 4.800 7.200 9.OCQ *0.062L

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RESOLUTION.DENSITY.ANDREDUCTIONRATIO

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ROLL FILM SAMPLE

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SUPPLIER CERTIFICATION

I hereby cefiify that all MIL-M-9868E requirements and any other contractual requirementhas been complied with and I also certify that the tests listed below have been performedand the test results comply with all MIL-M-9868E quality assurance provisions.

PURCHASE ORDER

SUPPLIER CAGE

DATE OF SHIPMENT

DoD PRIMARY REPOSITORY DESTINATION

MEDIUM: APERTURE (IMAGE) CARD NUMBER OF CARDS

CAMERA (IMAGE) CARD NUMBER OF CASSETTES

CASSETTES thru

ROLL FILM NUMBER OF ROLLS “

ROLLS thru

——— ——— —.— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ——— ————— ——— ——— ——— ——— .—— ——— ——— .—. ——— ——— ——

1:16 1:24 1:30

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